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I have lived in London for 24 years and been a wheelchair user for 17 of those years and I remember being afraid to travel on the train to Central London (as I live in Teddington, a suburb of London), the first time I went was in 2011 when my younger sister came to visit us in London. We booked a train to get from Teddington to London…
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Wow Patty, how amazingly uplifting your post is! Thank you so much for sharing. You are right… London can be an incredibly accessible city if you know where to go and how to navigate your way around. Kudos to your support worker also for showing you the ropes and letting you know what can be done nowadays! I hope you will share more of…
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Great to hear your positive perspective, Patty! I lived outside London for about three years and was using a cane at the time (part time wheelchair user now). I relied heavily on lifts at train stations so I was always glad when they took extra care to maintain them in good working order!
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Have you explored London? We’d love your insights! Share your tips on must-see spots, accessible places, and any areas to steer clear of.
If you’re a local or know the ins and outs of London—or anywhere across the British Isles—why not become one of our local concierges? You’ll help answer questions and make travel more accessible for everyone.
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We love London, and usually have a few days each year at art exhibitions and then exploring off the beaten track. Been wary the last year since my injury getting around in a chair. You do hear some horror stories on the underground, how have others managed?
I just discovered this YouTube video this morning which shows the accessibility on the Metro service in my hometown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5io392p6l0&t=339s
I had no idea that you can actually have a member of staff accompany you on your journey to ensure that the ramp is available at your destination. This video also made me feel…
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Great to see this and thanks for sharing. It reflects the difference that a service adjustment can make for people who may need assistance which could be all of us at any time. Such an initiative does so much, it gives confidence and enables people, as well as empowering them to be able to travel independently or with friends and family.
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I love that it is from our POV
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TransPennine Express has introduced new accessibility enhancements across several stations, including BSL departure boards, Changing Places facilities, braille signage, tactile wayfinding, and support for the Good Maps app.
Learn more: https://www.tpexpress.co.uk/help/accessibility
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